Saturday, 6 September 2025

Why the Elizabeth Line Isn’t Part of the London Underground

Central and Elizabeth line trains at Ealing Broadway

The Elizabeth line represents one of the most significant recent developments in London’s transport network, yet it often prompts questions about its relationship to the London Underground (LU) and why it is not classified as a Tube line. Transport for London (TfL) has addressed this on multiple occasions on X (formerly known as Twitter), emphasising clear distinctions between the two.

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